Page 2 - FCC Statement; Have questions or need assistance?; Call our Customer Care Team Toll-Free at:
*We are always working to improve our products. Therefore, the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on the cover. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. FCC Statement ...
Page 3 - PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR; TABLE OF CONTENTS
75531i 3100 Max Watts / 2800 Rated Watts PORTABLE INVERTER GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Introduction 1 Portable Power Generator 1 Accessories 1 This Booklet 1 Manual Conventions 2 Safety Rules 3 Controls and Features 5 Generator 5 Parts Included 5 Power Panel 6 Assembly 7 Remove the Ge...
Page 4 - ENGLISH; Introduction; Model Number; INTRODUCTION
1 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment inverter generator. CPE designs and builds generators to strict specifications. With proper use and maintenance, this generator will bring years of satisfying service. Portable Power Gene...
Page 5 - MANUAL CONVENTIONS; CAUTION; DANGER; WARNING
REV 75531i-20130220 2 75531i ENGLISH This manual uses the following symbols to help differentiate between different kinds of information. The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment.Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce ...
Page 6 - SAFETy RULES; When servicing the generator:
3 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i SAFETy RULES Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a colourless, odourless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea, dizziness, fainting or death. If you start to feel dizzy or weak, get to fresh air immediately. Operate generator outdoors o...
Page 7 - When adding or removing fuel :; When storing the generator:
REV 75531i-20130220 4 75531i ENGLISH SAFETy RULES Improper treatment or use of the generator can damage it, shorten its life and void your warranty. Use the generator only for intended uses.Operate only on level surfaces.DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, or dirt.DO NOT allow any m...
Page 8 - Inverter; CONTROLS AND FEATURES; Parts Included
5 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Read this owner’s manual before operating your generator. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. (1) Fuel Cap – Remove to add fuel. (2) Recoil Starter – Used to start the engine. (3...
Page 9 - Power Panel
REV 75531i-20130220 6 75531i ENGLISH Power Panel (1) Fuel Valve Knob (2) Choke (3) Economy Control Switch (4) Ground Terminal – Consult an electrician for local grounding regulations. (5) 12V DC Outlet* (6) Circuit Breaker (Push button) – Protects the generator against electrical overload. (7) 120 V...
Page 10 - Remove the Generator from the Shipping Carton; ASSEMBLy; NOTE; Add Engine Oil; Add Engine Oil Cont’d.
7 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Your generator requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel and oil before operation.If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your generator, call our help line at 1-877-338-0999. Please h...
Page 11 - Grounding; Add Fuel
REV 75531i-20130220 8 75531i ENGLISH ASSEMBLy Grounding Your generator must be properly connected to an appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock. A ground terminal connected to the frame of the generator has been provided on the power panel. For remote grounding, connect of a length of heav...
Page 12 - Starting the Engine; OPERATION; Generator Location
9 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Starting the Engine 1. Make certain the generator is on a flat, level surface. 2. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Never start or stop the generator with electrical devices plugged in or turned on. 3. Turn the fuel valve to the “On” position. 4...
Page 13 - Economy Control Switch; Starting the Engine Cont’d.; Connecting Electrical Loads
REV 75531i-20130220 10 75531i ENGLISH Economy Control Switch The Economy Control switch can be activated in order to minimize fuel consumption and noise while operating the unit during times of reduced electrical output, allowing the engine speed to idle during periods of non-use. The engine speed r...
Page 14 - Do Not Overload Generator; Capacity; Overload Operation
11 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i OPERATION Do Not Overload Generator Capacity Follow these simple steps to calculate the running and starting watts necessary for your purposes. 1. Select the electrical devices you plan on running at the same time. 2. Total the running watts of these items. This...
Page 15 - Operation at High Altitude
REV 75531i-20130220 12 75531i ENGLISH OPERATION Operation at High Altitude The density of air at high altitude is lower than at sea level. Engine power is reduced as the air mass and air-fuel ratio decrease. Engine power and generator output will be reduced approximately 3½% for every 1000 feet of e...
Page 16 - Engine Maintenance; Oil; Spark Plugs; MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
13 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic maintenance. Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner. Correct any issue before operating the generator. Tampering with the factory set governor will void your warranty. Engine Maintenance To preven...
Page 17 - Air Filter; Cleaning; Adjustments
REV 75531i-20130220 14 75531i ENGLISH Air Filter 1. Remove the maintenance cover.2. Locate the air filter plastic cover. 3. Unsnap the locking hinge on the cover.4. Remove the old filter. 5. Place the new filter in the assembly.6. Re-snap the hinge on the air filter cover.7. Reinstall the maintenanc...
Page 18 - Storage; Generator Storage; Generator Maintenance
15 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Storage The generator should be started at least once every 14 days and allowed to run for at least 20 minutes. For longer term storage, please follow these guidelines. Generator Storage 1. Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank.2. Be sure all app...
Page 19 - SPECIFICATIONS
REV 75531i-20130220 16 75531i ENGLISH Oil Use 10W-30 automotive oil.Oil capacity is 0.6 L (0.63 qt.). DO NOT OVERFILLPlease reference the following chart for recommended oil types for use in the generator. Fuel Fuel capacity is 1.6 gal. (6 L). Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rati...
Page 20 - Parts Diagram
17 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Parts Diagram SPECIFICATIONS 1 1 3 4 5 2 8 9 10 15 16 17 18 11 12 14 19 20 22 23 24 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 25 26 27 30 28 39 40 42 43 44 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 71 70 73 74 75 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 8...
Page 21 - Parts List
REV 75531i-20130220 18 75531i ENGLISH Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 1.9074.4.0516.1 Screw M5×16 4 2 2.08.052.1 Bolt M6×16 10 3 83.200200.01.2 Cover, Left Side 1 4 83.201600.03 Supporter, Left Side 1 5 1.5789.0612 Flange Bolt M6×12 10 6 83.200701.02.2 Handle, Left 1 7 1.9074.4.0512.1 Scr...
Page 22 - Engine Parts Diagram
19 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Engine Parts Diagram SPECIFICATIONS 96 95 85 84 83 80 79 75 74 73 72 71 47 48 49 50 51 52 54 55 56 57 60 59 61 62 64 66 67 70 32 31 29 30 28 26 25 46 45 44 43 42 41 40 39 37 36 35 94 91 98 97 90 89 88 87 86 24 23 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1...
Page 23 - Engine Parts List
REV 75531i-20130220 20 75531i ENGLISH Engine Parts List # Part Number Description Qty 1 1.5789.0835 Flange Bolt M8×35 6 2 2.11.014 Oil Seal 2 3 83.030007.01 Cover, Crankcase 1 4 83.127000.01 Oil Level Sensor 1 5 1.5789.0612 Flange Bolt M6×12 11 6 83.030010.01 Plate, Coil 1 7 83.120100.01 Flywheel 1 ...
Page 24 - Wiring Diagram; CONTROL UNIT; GENERATOR
21 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i Wiring Diagram SPECIFICATIONS DC C OI L DC DIODE _ + DC1 2V CIRCUIT B REAKE R Y CONTROL UNIT PORTFIRE ECO .S W EAR TH TERMINAL OIL LEVEL SW STEPPIN G MOTO R SPARKING PLUG STOP .S W L W G B Y R YEL LO W BLAC K BLUE GREE N R ED WHIT E B r WHIT E BLU E GREEN YELLO ...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING; For further technical support :
REV 75531i-20130220 22 75531i ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING For further technical support : Technical ServiceMon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT)Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999tech@ championpowerequipment.com Problem Cause Solution Generator will not start No fuel Add fuel Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug ...
Page 26 - WARRANTy; Installation, Use and Maintenance Cont’d.
23 REV 75531i-20130220 ENGLISH 75531i WARRANTy WARRANT y CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Warranty Qualifications Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register this warranty upon receipt of your Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt from one of CPE’s retail locat...